Uncover the vital 19th-century advocacy for women’s status in India. This essential handbook for Hindu social reformers provides a profound analysis of traditional practices and a compelling call for change. Discover arguments for women’s education, legal rights, and empowerment, challenging patriarchal norms. A must-read for students of Indian social history, gender studies, and anyone seeking to understand the roots of women’s rights movements in India. Gain critical insights into a pivotal era of social reform.